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March 16, 2013

You’re Invited…

…to join me and other romance lovers at the Washington Loves Romance online book club.


washington loves romance


For the next two weeks (March 16 – 31) I’ll be sharing fun, behind the scenes info about WHEN SHE WAS WICKED and posting questions to get the discussion rolling. Don’t be shy! The WLR book club is hosted on a Facebook page and it’s open to EVERYONE–the more, the merrier. No worries if you haven’t read the book, just come join in the fun. Did I mention there’s a giveaway? Hope to see you there!

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Published on March 16, 2013 07:08

February 28, 2013

Welcome!

WHEN SHE WAS WICKED is available now, in paperback and as an e-book! You can read an excerpt here.


The cover for my next book, ONCE SHE WAS TEMPTED, is almost ready…I can’t wait to show it to you!


In the meantime, you might want to check out Anabelle’s ball gown generator or read this cute Valentine’s Day article by Mimi Jean Pamfiloff called Read Him the Good Parts.


Thanks for visiting…and don’t forget to come back for a peek at Daphne’s cover!

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Published on February 28, 2013 20:29

February 10, 2013

I’ve made my debut! (Phew!)

Thanks to everyone for the support and good wishes on my debut novel, WHEN SHE WAS WICKED. It’s been such fun! I hope you’re enjoying Anabelle and Owen’s story.


anne at book launch


I’ll be announcing more book news soon, so please check back. You can also get the inside scoop by signing up for my newsletter, here.


Have a happy Valentine’s week!

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Published on February 10, 2013 12:27

January 25, 2013

WHEN SHE WAS WICKED HITS SHELVES JAN. 29TH!

My debut release is almost here, and you know what that means…Blog Blitz! Here’s where you can find me for the next couple of weeks (** = giveaway). Thanks for visiting, and stay warm!


Wed., 1/23 – USA Today Happy Every After (interview)


Mon., 1/28 – Reader, I Created Him (interview)**


Mon., 1/28 – SOS Aloha (interview)**


Tues., 1/29 – Romancing Rakes for the Love of Romance (interview)**


Tues., 1/29 – Ruby Slippered Sisterhood (All I Ever Needed to Know I Learned from Jane Austen)**


Wed., 1/30 – Books Like Breathing (interview)


Wed., 1/30 – Stitch-Read-Cook (A Day in the Life)


Wed., 1/30 – A Cozy Reader’s Corner (lunch time chat)


Thurs., 1/31 – In Love with Romance (interview)**


Sat., 2/2 – Mother/Gamer/Writer (interview)


Sun., 2/3 – The Reading Reviewer (interview)


Mon., 2/4 – Under the Covers Book Blog (Top 5 Writing Moments)**


Mon., 2/4 – Dashing Duchesses (Gowns and a Giveaway)**


Tues., 2/5 – RT Book Reviews Magazine (author spotlight, The Power of a Pretty Dress)

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Published on January 25, 2013 12:28

November 19, 2012

A STARRED Review from Publishers Weekly!

Wow! WHEN SHE WAS WICKED received a starred review from Publishers Weekly!



“Sensual and solid, this debut is a story demanding to be read. The characters are believable and relatable, and Barton smartly blends issues of morality and Regency era social class with passion and excitement.” (Publishers Weekly)



 What a thrill! You can read the full review here.


RT Book Reviews said:



“Delightfully smart, fun, fast-paced and just different enough for readers to take note of Barton’s charming voice…”



Long and Short Reviews gave WHEN SHE WAS WICKED 5 out of 5 stars, saying:



“Anne Barton will become an author to watch. Her voice is strong and unique. Her writing is reminiscent of historical heavy-hitters such as Julia Quinn, Tessa Dare and Lorraine Heath. Her endearing characters and eloquent writing make her one of the most promising new authors in this genre.”



Read the rest of the review here.

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Published on November 19, 2012 12:58

October 3, 2012

This Just In! Praise for When She Was Wicked…

I’m so honored that two wonderfully talented historical romance authors read my debut novel! Here’s what they had to say:


“Break out the bubbly for Anne Barton’s delightful debut!” (Vicky Dreiling , 3-time RITA nominee and author of How to Ravish a Rake)


When She Was Wicked is a delightful debut! Anne Barton’s cast of characters is charming and witty. Owen is the type of hero that readers fall in love with from the very first introduction, and Anabelle is ingenious and resourcefully cunning–a girl after my own heart.” (Tiffany Clare, author of  Wicked Nights with a Proper Lady)

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Published on October 03, 2012 15:25

September 17, 2012

Hello, September!

Goodbye, shorts and bathing suits! (I’m hanging on to my flip flops as long as I can.) Fall is coming…and that means just a little over four months until the release of WHEN SHE WAS WICKED.


Of course, a few ARCs (advance reader copies) have already made their way out into the world!  It was so nice of Jacqui Nelson to take this picture of Anabelle in front of the gorgeous Empress Hotel on Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada. Thank you, Jacqui!


I'd like to have tea here!


While I impatiently await the arrival of January 29, I’m working on a fun new story and planning book release festivities. More info to come in the weeks ahead, so please check back around pumpkin time!

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Published on September 17, 2012 11:44